North Carolina Man Indicted for Voting Twice
A federal grand jury charged a 68-year-old resident with casting illegal ballots in two different states.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Crime — General
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Forrest Scott Woody has been indicted on one federal count of voting more than once in the 2024 general election. Prosecutors allege he cast ballots in both Henderson County, North Carolina, and Calhoun County, Alabama.
Why it matters
Federal election integrity laws prohibit voters from casting ballots in multiple jurisdictions during the same election cycle. This case highlights ongoing efforts by federal and state authorities to identify and prosecute potential instances of double voting.
A 68-year-old defendant faces one federal charge of voting multiple times in the 2024 general election following a grand jury indictment. The investigation was led by the FBI with support from the Alabama Secretary of State's Office.
The players
Forrest Scott Woody
He is a 68-year-old resident of Hendersonville, North Carolina, who was indicted for allegedly voting twice in the 2024 general election.
Federal Bureau of Investigation
This federal law enforcement agency conducted the investigation into the alleged election fraud with assistance from state-level officials.
Alabama Secretary of State's Office
This state government agency assisted the FBI in the investigation regarding the ballot cast in Calhoun County, Alabama.
The details
The indictment alleges that Woody, a resident of Hendersonville, North Carolina, cast votes in his home state and subsequently in Calhoun County, Alabama, during the 2024 general election. The case is currently moving through the federal court system within the Northern District of Alabama.
Timeline
In 2024, the defendant allegedly cast ballots in two different states.
During the week of October 5, 2026, the defendant appeared in federal court following the indictment.
Legal Context
The prosecution of this case reflects the ongoing federal commitment to maintaining election integrity through rigorous investigation of potential cross-state voting violations. These efforts align with the broader framework of federal election statutes designed to ensure one vote per citizen.
This indictment confirms that election officials actively monitor voter rolls across state lines to detect and investigate instances of double voting. The case serves as a reminder that local, state, and federal agencies coordinate to prosecute potential violations of election law.
The takeaway
Election fraud investigations are a routine part of maintaining the integrity of the democratic process in the United States. Voters should ensure they understand their eligibility rules and refrain from casting multiple ballots to avoid serious federal legal consequences.
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